Investment Rating - Investment advice is to outperform the market, with a focus on specific companies such as Huali Industrial Group, Stella International Holdings, Shenzhou International, and Best Pacific International [40][16]. Core Insights - October Swiss watch exports to China increased by 12.6% year-on-year, marking two consecutive months of double-digit growth. The overall Swiss watch exports showed a global decline of 4.4% [40][4]. - The report highlights a clearer recovery logic for the export manufacturing sector in 2026, driven by three main factors: clarity in US tariff policies, reduced tariff pressure with brands, and improved production efficiency [40][4]. - The North American luxury market is showing leading growth, supported by expectations of interest rate cuts, although Q4 performance needs to be monitored due to high base effects [40][4]. Industry Data Tracking - In October 2025, China's retail sales of clothing increased by 6.8%, while textile and apparel exports fell by 12.6% [17][19]. - Cumulative textile and apparel exports from January to October 2025 amounted to approximately $243.94 billion, reflecting a year-on-year decline of 1.79% [19][19]. - The report notes that the export of textiles and clothing in October 2025 was approximately $22.26 billion, down 12.64% year-on-year [19][19]. Recommended Stocks and Valuation - Recommended stocks include Huali Group, Stella International, Shenzhou International, and Best Pacific International, all rated as outperforming the market [16][40]. - The report provides earnings forecasts for these companies, indicating a positive outlook for their performance in the coming years [16][40].

Core Viewpoint - The A-share apparel sector has shown a positive revenue growth in Q3 2025, with significant net profit growth, primarily due to a lower base in Q3 2024. The home textile segment performed particularly well, while the textile manufacturing sector saw a narrowing decline in both revenue and profit [1][3]. Industry Review - Demand Side: - Online retail sales of clothing in China from January to September increased by 2.8% year-on-year, accelerating compared to the previous months [2]. - In the U.S., retail sales of clothing and accessories rose by 8.3% year-on-year in August, marking an acceleration from July, with continuous month-on-month growth since May [2]. - Export Side: - China's textile and apparel exports in September decreased by 1.5% year-on-year, with textile exports up by 6% and garment exports down by 8% [2]. - Vietnam's textile and footwear exports in September increased by 9% year-on-year, showing an acceleration compared to August [2]. Apparel Sector Q3 2025 Summary - Performance Review: - The A-share apparel sector's revenue growth turned positive in Q3 2025, with a net profit increase of 10.6% compared to a decline of 22.0% in Q2 [3]. - The home textile segment, particularly brands like Luolai and Mercury, showed significant revenue and profit growth [3]. - Operational Efficiency: - Most brands experienced an increase in inventory turnover days year-on-year, except for Ge Li Si, Youngor, Luolai Life, and Mercury Home Textile, which saw a decrease [3]. Textile Manufacturing Q3 2025 Summary - Performance Review: - The revenue decline in the A-share textile manufacturing sector narrowed in Q3 2025, with a decrease of 0.4% compared to 1.9% in Q2 [5]. - Profit decline also narrowed, with a decrease of 11.2% in Q3 compared to 20.4% in Q2, with companies like Nanshan Zhishang and Fuchun Dyeing leading in growth [5]. - Future Outlook: - The impact of short-term tariffs is expected to end by year-end, with future order demand being a key variable. Most overseas brands completed price increases in Q3, making Q4 U.S. consumption trends an important observation [5]. - The concentration of orders and capacity advantages for midstream OEMs with mature overseas production capabilities will become more prominent [5]. - The efficiency of new production capacity and the pace of improvement need to be monitored, with a balanced production line allocation mechanism being crucial [5]. Investment Recommendations - For 2026, the performance recovery logic for the export manufacturing sector appears clearer, driven by the implementation of U.S. tariff policies, reduced pressure on brands, and ongoing efficiency improvements [6]. - Recommended stocks include: - For home textiles: Luolai Life, Mercury Home Textile, and Fuanna [6]. - For light luxury: Prada and Samsonite [6]. - For undervalued high-dividend stocks: Bosideng, Jiangnan Buyi, and Taobo [6].

Investment Rating - The report suggests a positive outlook for the export manufacturing sector, indicating a clearer recovery logic for 2026 due to several factors, including the implementation of U.S. tariff policies and improved operational efficiencies [3][44]. Core Insights - The brand segment showed significant revenue and profit growth in Q3 2025, particularly in home textiles, while the manufacturing segment experienced a narrowing decline in revenue and profit compared to Q2 [3][44]. - Key focus areas include home textiles, affordable luxury, and low valuation high dividend stocks, with specific companies highlighted for potential investment [3][44]. Summary by Sections Industry Review - Domestic online retail for apparel increased by 2.8% year-on-year from January to September 2025, while U.S. apparel retail sales rose by 8.3% in August [3][45]. - In terms of exports, China's textile and apparel exports decreased by 1.5% year-on-year in September, with textiles up by 6% and apparel down by 8% [3][45]. Brand Apparel Q3 2025 Summary - The A-share apparel sector saw a revenue growth turnaround in Q3 2025, with a notable increase in net profit, attributed to a low base from Q2 2024 [3][46]. - Home textiles performed well, with significant growth reported by companies like Luolai and Shanghai Shuixing [3][46]. Textile Manufacturing Q3 2025 Summary - Revenue decline in the textile manufacturing sector narrowed in Q3 2025, with leading companies such as Shandong Nanshan and Huafu Fashion showing improved performance [3][47]. - The report emphasizes the importance of future order trends and the impact of tariff policies on the sector's recovery [3][47].